The High Commission of India in Colombo has announced 200 fully-funded scholarships for Sri Lankan nationals for the 2025-2026 academic session. These scholarships, offered across diverse disciplines aim to promote access to quality education in prestigious Indian institutes and universities.

The scholarships cover full tuition fees, monthly sustenance allowances, and annual grants for books and stationery. Additional benefits include airfare to India, grants for educational tours, and on-campus hostel facilities. This initiative reflects India’s longstanding commitment to fostering educational ties with Sri Lanka, with an average of over 700 scholarships provided annually.

India’s robust educational support for Sri Lanka underscores its commitment to strengthening bilateral relations through knowledge sharing and skill development.